[simpits-tech] Rack mount Computer System

[Roy Coates]

On Sat, 9 Aug 2003, Joseph Fagner wrote:

> I heard welding aluminum is a pain in the ass since you pretty much have to
> TIG weld it.  I wouldn't know first hand, a guy at work says MIG welding a
> cinch, but TIG welding is another story.  If you do do it, let me know what
> it would cost for you to fabricate one versus me doing it myself from your
> plans (if you care to share them of course).  Keep in mind I, too, would
> have to purchase a welding (not opposed to doing that) and the materials.  I
> would really like to try it myself if it's possible to do as a beginner.
>

MIG welding is a breeze, it doesn't get any easier.

You can weld aluminium with a MIG set provided you use alu wire and (I
think) Argon gas.

Roy.